Tourism
Carmen, Noemie, Tommy
Definition of Tourism
 "Tourism
is a collection of activities,
services and industries which deliver a
travel experience comprising
transportation, accommodation, eating
and drinking establishments, retail shops,
entertainment businesses and othe
hospitality services provided for individuals
or groups traveling away from home"
Growth of Tourism
Definition of Tourist
A
person who travels to a destination
which is not their home and stays there for
over one night.
Info graphic
 http://infographicsmania.com/social-
travel-vs-normal-travel/
Advantages of Tourism
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Many jobs are created for locals in the tourism
industry
More tax income for the country due to more
people having jobs
Tourism exposes the tourist and the locals to other
cultures
Development of local infrastructure and facilities
Conservation of cultural heritage
Disadvantages of Tourism
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Increased tourism increases waste production and
the over consumption of resources
Delicate ecosystems, like corral reefs, can be
damaged and destroyed
Cultural dilution
Increases in tourism have encouraged the building
of ‘Mega Resorts’
Development of land increases its value
Differences in culture may offend locals and
undermine social conventions in the host country
Tourism leakage effect
Case Study: USA
Statistics
 The
USA is the second biggest tourist
destination in the world after France. In
2011 there was 62.3 million tourist arrivals.
 From 2010 to 2011 there was a 4.2%
increase in tourism.
 The USA makes more profit from tourism
then any other country in the world.
Economy
 Tourism
is either the first, second or third
biggest employer in the the USA in 29
states.
 128 billion dollars was made in 2011 from
tourism.
Most Visited
 Times
Square is the most visited place in
the USA with over 35 million visitors each
year.
 The grand canyon gets over 5 million
visitors each year.
9/11 World Trade Center
attacks
 After
9/11 there was a 45% drop in tourism
for the rest of 2001, this hurt the hotel,
restaurant, taxi and largely the airline
companies.
Thailand
Case Study
GEM…
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Tourism in Thailand is a major economic factor
Tourism has grown massively in Thailand
In 2008 Bangkok was ranked 3rd
behind London and New York in Euro monitor
International's list of "Top City Destinations"
with 10,209,900 visitors
According to the “Tourism Authority of
Thailand” 55% of the tourists in 2007 came
from the Asia Pacific region (Japanese and
Malaysians)
Massive increase of Russian tourists
…Chinese visit Thailand the most: 2,789,345 tourists
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in 2012
 In 2012: 22,303,065 tourists
 The main International Slogan for Thailand that
worked best was “The Amazing Thailand”
Problems…
 Deforestation-
Building
Hotels, Condos and
Tourist attractions…
 Forest cover fell
drastically from 53% in
1961 to 25% in 1998
 Air pollution: Bangkok
 Biggest problem
currently is water
pollution
 In
2002 Thailand had
less available water
per person than any
other country in Asia,
and nearly one third
of its water was
“unsuitable for
human consumption”
Responsible tourism in Thailand
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It’s a new concept that started in the 1990’s
Responsible tourism is tourism that should not
cause any harm to the country and minimize
impact on the local community
Responsible traveling promotes a respect for
indigenous culture, the minimization of the
negative environmental impacts of tourism,
active participation and help in volunteering
to assist local communities